"If I can share half of what I learned with a new patient, I'll be a happy man!"

- KEvIn, age 30

Resources for Young Cancer Patients and Survivors

The term "survivorship" in the cancer world generally refers to patients who have completed initial cancer treatments (radiation, surgery, or chemotherapy). As you finish treatment, your doctors and care team will continue to follow you carefully. The focus shifts, however, more to wellness. Explore the links on this page to find out details, and resources available for each step of your cancer journey.

Topics include cancers that are most common in young adults, specific challenges for young adults with cancer and how to find help and support. Detailed sections: Family, Friends, and Relationships; Understanding Cancer Treatment; Cancer and Your Body; Returning to School or Work After Cancer; and Managing Emotions and Health After Cancer.